Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam

• • Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) is a temple town in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is famous for the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, one of the most sacred and visited Hindu pilgrimage centers in the world. Here are some of the sight-seeing places in Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam:

    • Tirumala Venkateswara Temple: This is the main temple in Tirumala and is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The temple is situated on the Seven Hills (Sapthagiri) and is a marvel of architecture and sculpture.

      

      Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati

    • Sila Thoranam: This is a beautifully carved archway that is the entrance to the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. It is believed to be built in the 12th century and is a sight to behold.

      

      Sila Thoranam, Tirupati

    • Srivari Paadalu: This is a holy place where Lord Venkateswara is believed to have set his foot. It is located near the entrance of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.

    • Akasa Ganga: This is a waterfall located on the Tirumala Hills. It is believed that the water of this waterfall has the power to wash away one’s sins.

    • Sri Venkateswara Wildlife Sanctuary: This is a wildlife sanctuary located near Tirumala. It is home to a variety of animals, including tigers, leopards, and elephants.

    These are just a few of the sight-seeing places in Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam. If you are planning a trip to this holy town, be sure to include these places in your itinerary.

    Here are some additional places you might be interested in:

    • Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple: This is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Tirupati and is believed to be one of the oldest temples in Andhra Pradesh.
      

      Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Tirupati
    • Govindaraja Swamy Temple: This is another ancient temple located in Tirupati. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known for its exquisite architecture.
      

      Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati
    • Sri Padmavತಿ Ammavari Temple: This temple is dedicated to Padmavati, the consort of Lord Venkateswara. It is located in Tiruchanur, which is about 25 km from Tirumala.

here are more places you can visit in Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam:

• Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Shala: This is a goshala (cow shelter) established in 1956 by TTD. It houses cows that are donated to the temple. The milk and milk products from these cows are used for daily rituals at the Sri Venkateswara Temple and other TTD temples.

  

  Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Shala, Tirupati

• SV Museum: This museum is located in Tirumala and houses a collection of artifacts related to the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and its history. The museum also has a section on the flora and fauna of the Tirumala Hills.

• Sri Vari Hundi: The Sri Vari Hundi is the main offering box of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. It is located in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple and is believed to be very auspicious.

• Sri Venkateswara Bhakthi Channel: This is a 24-hour devotional channel that broadcasts live darshan of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and other TTD temples.

• Places around Tirumala:

  • Papavinasanam Theertham: This is a sacred water body located at the foot of the Tirumala Hills. It is believed that taking a dip in this water body can wash away one’s sins.
    

    Papavinasanam Theertham, Tirupati
  • Sila Thoranam: This is a scenic viewpoint located near the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.